YTL YTL31102, Instructions & Assembly

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WARNING
Before operating or using the plug aerator, review the instructions below and safety information.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in property damage or injury to the operator or
bystanders.
IMPORTANT:
Aerating is pulling small soil plugs up to three inches in length from the soil to create small
reservoirs that will bring oxygen, fertilizer and water down to the roots. For best aerating results
follow the soil/lawn preparation and operating aerator procedures.
SOIL AND LAWN PREPARATION
1. Remove large and small debris from work area.
2.
If the ground is hard and dry, it is recommended the ground be sprinkled or watered for one
or two hours prior to aerating.
3. If the ground is wet or muddy DO NOT attempt to aerate.
4. Mow lawn and remove loose clippings before aerating.
USING YOUR PLUG AERATOR
1. DO NOT at any time carry passengers sit or stand on the aerator.
2. Only tow with recommended vehicles (Lawn/Garden Tractors and ATVs).
3.
Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for proper safety and towing instructions.
4. Always secure and lock the aerator to the vehicle hitch before operating.
5. Start vehicle engine with the controls in neutral position, put throttle at the slowest engine
speed. Put transmission in low gear first and lower the aerator, allowing plug spikes to
enter the ground. Increase the speed as work conditions permit.
6.
Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the attachment of this equipment.
7. Never exceed 5mph when towing the aerator.
8. Aerate in the straightest line as possible making overlapping passes to increase the plug
spike point pattern.
9.
DO NOT make sharp turns that may cause the vehicles tires to rub against the aerator.
10. Avoid extremely sharp turns with plug spikes engaged to prevent damage to lawn.
11. DO NOT cross over walks or drives without raising the aerator to the transport position.
12. On sloped lawns, always aerate in an up and down direction. DO NOT
attempt to aerate
across the slope always go in an up and down direction.
13. Always use caution when backing the aerator to
avoid “jack-knifing”. Always back up in a
straight line.
14.
DO NOT exceed tray load capacity of 140lbs.
15. To increase the depth of plug spike penetration extra weight may be add to the tray (Max.
100lb) use either bags of sand or concrete blocks. Always secured the weight to tray with
ties or straps fastened to the front and rear of the tray. The ties or straps cannot become
entangled on rotating parts.
CAUTION
To avoid and prevent injury always dismount from approved vehicle to raise or lower aerator when
extra weight has been added to the tray.
Operation Instructions